Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
brattiness
Noun
ˈbrætineəs
Definition
The quality of being a brat; the behavior of a spoiled or ill-mannered child.
Examples
- The brattiness of the young boy made it hard for his parents to take him to the store.
- Her brattiness at the party was noticeable, as she refused to share her toys with others.
- The teacher had to address the brattiness in her classroom to maintain order.
Meaning
Brattiness refers to a manner of behaving that is immature, self-centered, and often difficult, typical of a child who has been spoiled.
Synonyms
- spoiled behavior
- impudence
- petulance
- disobedience
